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MANAGE STINGING AND BITING PESTS OUTSIDE

Fleas, ticks, mound-building ants, and other bloodsucking pests can quickly ruin outdoor time with painful stings or dangerous bites. The Mosquito Squad® Squad Yard Defender package is the ultimate solution for protecting your yard from over 20 types of crawling, biting, and stinging pests—including fleas, ants, fire ants, and ground-burrowing wasps. Our targeted treatments focus on shaded areas where fleas and ticks primarily hide and use specialized methods to help control ant mounds and help deter new colonies.

The foundation for our Squad Yard Defender package is our Barrier Treatment Plus, which eliminates up to 90% of mosquitoes and other pests and continues to protect your yard for up to three weeks. Our technicians will then apply a combination of baits and additional products to help combat the pests that can burrow and hide beneath the surface of your yard.

When you sign up for the Squad Yard Defender package, you receive:

A combination of flea and tick treatment for yards, prescriptive baiting, and ant mound-drenching techniques
Core Barrier Treatment Plus package, designed to guard against common insects like mosquitoes, ticks, flies, and spiders
Essential Botanical Insecticide Repellency: Made with plant-based technology, our proprietary, water-based insecticide combines five essential oils to create an extra layer of defense, helping effectively target, repel, and reduce pests in your yard for up to 21 days.

HOW OUR COMBINED OUTDOOR ANT, FLEA, AND TICK CONTROL WORKS

Our 3-step Squad Yard Defender approach:

Inspection – Knowing that fleas and ticks prefer moist, shady, and cool places, our trained professionals look for these areas in your yard. We also inspect tall grass, natural areas bordering managed turf, and low-lying areas that are especially damp. Mound-building ants tend to be most visible after heavy rains when colonies are excavated.
Treatment – Our EPA-registered flea and tick yard spray can kill pests on contact, disrupts flea and tick lifecycles, and continues to deter fleas and ticks for up to 21 days. We periodically apply granules to help control immature stages of these pests and disrupt the lifecycle to help protect your yard. To treat ants, we combine targeted mound drench applications with granular ant bait applications to help eliminate and prevent future mounds.
Ongoing management – After your initial treatment, we recommend keeping up with continued services to manage small ant hills and use specialized baits to help prevent them from becoming massive colonies. Tick and flea populations can be controlled through granular treatment applications in the spring and late summer as well as targeted barrier applications in “tick zones.”

The Potential Dangers of Biting and Stinging Pests

Ticks and fleas are both vectors of disease that feed on the blood of their host. Fleas can pass along harmful parasites, such as tapeworms, and bacterial disease, such as Typhus. Common diseases transmitted by ticks include Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Q fever.

Mound-building ants, such as pavement and fire ants, can leave you with painful and itchy spots that blister. They can also harm your property as they destroy nearby vegetation and negatively impact landscaping.

Fire ants commonly build their mounds in damp soil and grass which can lead to many small biting insects in areas where children and pets play. These bites can cause infections or even anaphylactic shock.

Schedule a Professional Combined Ant, Flea, and Tick Yard Treatment

Protect yourself and your loved ones from bites and stings and enjoy your yard in peace! Make the management of dangerous pests easy with the help of our Squad Yard Defender. Call today at (877) 332-2239 or contact us online for a free quote.

SQUAD YARD DEFENDER DISCLAIMER: Service packages may vary by location. Please check with your local Mosquito Squad to confirm what services are available in your area. Essential Botanical Insecticide (EBI) may not be available in all locations. Please contact your local mosquito Squad for more details.

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Preventing Pests

Take a closer look at how to keep specific pests out of your home

Preventing fire ants

Though most ants aren’t dangerous, fire ants can be a serious nuisance and danger to you and your pets. Mosquito Squad is here to protect you from invasion, but you can also follow some simple steps to help keep the ants at bay as a precaution.

Learn About Fire Ants

Preventing spiders

It's essential to seal potential entry points and reduce clutter where spiders might hide in your home in order to keep them from invading. Maintaining a clean environment and managing outdoor vegetation can also help deter them from approaching your living spaces.

Learn About Spiders

Preventing cockroaches

To prevent cockroaches from entering your home, ensure that all potential entry points are sealed and maintain a clean environment to eliminate food sources. Regularly inspect and address any plumbing leaks or standing water, as these can attract pests.

Learn About Cockroaches

Preventing scorpions

To protect your home from scorpions, ensure that potential entry points are sealed and maintain a tidy outdoor environment. Regularly remove debris and keep vegetation trimmed to reduce their hiding spots and discourage them from approaching your home.

Learn About Scorpions

Real Reviews – Written by real people like you

Customer Reviews of Mosquito Squad

4.92 avg

(13163 reviews)

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Many thanks, gentlemen!', u'author_name': u'Jenni Garcia', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 9, 23, 21, 37), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Jenni Garcia', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102895023162574136368/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746832897, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLjt3IP6avRN2lh2LPKsDx13sQDZt6z_lGRDFGnluIjWam0NQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Fantastic service. They make going outside in my garden a pleasure. Before the mosquitoes would chase us into the house but this really works great! Highly recommmend!!', 'review_content': u'Fantastic service. They make going outside in my garden a pleasure. Before the mosquitoes would chase us into the house but this really works great! Highly recommmend!!', u'author_name': u'Zafar Ahmad', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 9, 22, 22, 54), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Zafar Ahmad', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102677827756382006310/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746829374, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKaRtJyoYedd-l_GyQ2pDX3XBXn-zs7eg68dJfLLpi6TpuFLQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'I had my first treatment on May 1st and I was finally able to spend some time outside last evening in my yard and all I can say is WOW!! It was unbelievable the difference from before and after treatment and with pretty much a whole week of rain until I could be out and see the difference. I was outside about 3 hours and nothing whereas before I would get at least 5 bites just being out there 5 minutes!!!! So I am definitely a satisfied fan of Mosquito Squad. Shane that did the treatment on my yard was very helpful, knowledgeable, and personable. I will request him for sure!', 'review_content': u'I had my first treatment on May 1st and I was finally able to spend some time outside last evening in my yard and all I can say is WOW!! It was unbelievable the difference from before and after treatment and with pretty much a whole week of rain until I could be out and see the difference. I was outside about 3 hours and nothing whereas before I would get at least 5 bites just being out there 5 minutes!!!! So I am definitely a satisfied fan of Mosquito Squad. Shane that did the treatment on my yard was very helpful, knowledgeable, and personable. I will request him for sure!', u'author_name': u'Maria Ailey', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 9, 14, 22, 8), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Maria Ailey', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116782878028222272941/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746800528, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWuqI8IJX6zIHPYFyLNx9JvNFMv0ZsbNVST6uVwD5seP4wxpD5Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Really like this service! They have been flawless for about 4 years at my property.\nCoordination of scheduling is always a breeze. They keep data up to date on any pertinent requests or issues to be aware of.\nRarely does one of the pests survive their spray treatments. And their communications staff is always super courteous & efficient & a delight. (A rarity these days) The Squad is All positive.The Ideal service for mosquitos to go bye-bye.', 'review_content': u'Really like this service! They have been flawless for about 4 years at my property.\nCoordination of scheduling is always a breeze. They keep data up to date on any pertinent requests or issues to be aware of.\nRarely does one of the pests survive their spray treatments. And their communications staff is always super courteous & efficient & a delight. (A rarity these days) The Squad is All positive.The Ideal service for mosquitos to go bye-bye.', u'author_name': u'Susan Wilson', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 8, 21, 36, 33), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Susan Wilson', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118194648156875014478/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746740193, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU33eJhAISa3aUhyIJXjy4VAz9sjG9ddlwXQOMvGe9f_iMX0-Yh=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Thank you Mosquito Squad for making our outdoor space enjoyable! Before your service started I would be attacked by mosquitoes, no longer the case!! Thank you, thank you!', 'review_content': u'Thank you Mosquito Squad for making our outdoor space enjoyable! Before your service started I would be attacked by mosquitoes, no longer the case!! Thank you, thank you!', u'author_name': u'terri ward', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 8, 14, 41, 57), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'terri ward', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108245462993309279300/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746715317, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX6wOpA79ogKn411kdSoarBAeCOqMU8qS8LTB5d1vmKtlxUqw10=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Mosquito Squad always does a great job! The technicians are nice and we are able to enjoy our yard year round!', 'review_content': u'Mosquito Squad always does a great job! The technicians are nice and we are able to enjoy our yard year round!', u'author_name': u'Rinni Dumire', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 8, 12, 44, 28), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Rinni Dumire', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114465618945710884254/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746708268, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV4fft26RceAeTGDZLbXIGqiRbvIIVhIeepO5lChCvgyk-fubY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Always on time. No mosquitoes or ticks since using their service. I have 3 acres partially wooded and on the water. No issues and very few retreats.', 'review_content': u'Always on time. No mosquitoes or ticks since using their service. I have 3 acres partially wooded and on the water. No issues and very few retreats.', u'author_name': u'Serge Remillard', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 8, 0, 12, 21), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Serge Remillard', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104188615008563263569/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746663141, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIAsHi1hmdfscI1DscU6QoqvTM2JGb_tJYpbI0rNC9g6z05Rw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Joseph is amazing. He checked in with me and asked if I had any concerns or any questions before he started. He did everything I asked and he went above and beyond! Thank you Joseph! Thank You Mosquito Squad!!', 'review_content': u'Joseph is amazing. He checked in with me and asked if I had any concerns or any questions before he started. He did everything I asked and he went above and beyond! Thank you Joseph! Thank You Mosquito Squad!!', u'author_name': u'Christina Belizaire', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 7, 15, 11, 30), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Christina Belizaire', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108691948997464044944/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746630690, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVSR9P56K5dHJb5ppT8DrP6NNl8FWciWa3otkui_vBins8HH6jB=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Jacob and Kareem did a great job today. They are friendly and polite as they get the job done. We are happy with their service. 5 stars', 'review_content': u'Jacob and Kareem did a great job today. They are friendly and polite as they get the job done. We are happy with their service. 5 stars', u'author_name': u'Kelly Burris', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 7, 14, 54, 10), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Kelly Burris', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104595084433231606120/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746629650, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI6EZSXIyZqVKFeb8H7xarcX89OvEYMhir95HhWi8H6dClROw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Danlion was on time, performed the service quick and efficiently. Not only do the products work but scheduling appointments is fast and easy. Love the communication with between the company and myself. A wuick text is all it takes. Would recommend for anyone who needs mosquito control.', 'review_content': u'Danlion was on time, performed the service quick and efficiently. Not only do the products work but scheduling appointments is fast and easy. Love the communication with between the company and myself. A wuick text is all it takes. Would recommend for anyone who needs mosquito control.', u'author_name': u'amanda mcmurtrey', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 5, 7, 14, 8, 50), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'amanda mcmurtrey', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107859950159185880583/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1746626930, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}]

Jenni Garcia

"We have used Mosquito Squad for several years and are very happy with their service. Thanks to Mosquito Squad we are able to enjoy Spring and Summer evenings in our backyard without worrying..."

Zafar Ahmad

"Fantastic service. They make going outside in my garden a pleasure. Before the mosquitoes would chase us into the house but this really works great! Highly recommmend!!"

Maria Ailey

"I had my first treatment on May 1st and I was finally able to spend some time outside last evening in my yard and all I can say is WOW!! It was unbelievable the difference from before and after..."

Susan Wilson

"Really like this service! They have been flawless for about 4 years at my property. Coordination of scheduling is always a breeze. They keep data up to date on any pertinent requests or issues to..."

terri ward

"Thank you Mosquito Squad for making our outdoor space enjoyable! Before your service started I would be attacked by mosquitoes, no longer the case!! Thank you, thank you!"

Rinni Dumire

"Mosquito Squad always does a great job! The technicians are nice and we are able to enjoy our yard year round!"

Serge Remillard

"Always on time. No mosquitoes or ticks since using their service. I have 3 acres partially wooded and on the water. No issues and very few retreats."

Christina Belizaire

"Joseph is amazing. He checked in with me and asked if I had any concerns or any questions before he started. He did everything I asked and he went above and beyond! Thank you Joseph! Thank You..."

Kelly Burris

"Jacob and Kareem did a great job today. They are friendly and polite as they get the job done. We are happy with their service. 5 stars"

amanda mcmurtrey

"Danlion was on time, performed the service quick and efficiently. Not only do the products work but scheduling appointments is fast and easy. Love the communication with between the company and..."